In 1939 Paris, Odile Souchet secures her dream job at the American Library in Paris, a haven for book lovers in a city on the brink of war. When the Nazis occupy Paris, Odile and her colleagues join the resistance, risking everything to fight oppression with the written word. Decades later in Montana, a lonely teenager named Lily uncovers the mysteries of her enigmatic neighbor Odile, leading to a story of courage, friendship, and the enduring power of books. The Paris Library is a love letter to libraries, history, and the strength of human connection.
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"A deeply compelling story about the power of books and the courage of ordinary people during extraordinary times." — The New York Times
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